1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1963 BMW 502
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 502 (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1963 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Stellina | 502 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 54 L |
